The Nature of Electricity: What Is Electric Charge?

The video explores the concept of electricity, starting with lightning as a natural phenomenon. It delves into the atomic structure, focusing on the carbon atom, and explains the roles of subatomic particles like neutrons, protons, and electrons, highlighting their charges. The video also touches on Benjamin Franklin's historical experiments that helped define positive and negative charges.

What natural phenomenon is used to introduce the concept of electricity in the video?

• Wind

• Rain

• Lightning

• Thunder

What is the central part of an atom called?

• Neutron

• Nucleus

• Proton

• Electron

Which particle in the atom carries a positive charge?

• Neutron

• Electron

• Photon

• Proton

Who is credited with determining the concept of positive and negative charges?

• Isaac Newton

• Albert Einstein

• Benjamin Franklin

• Nikola Tesla

What charge do electrons carry?

• Positive

• Neutral

• No charge

• Negative